HITIT LOKANTASI

I stopped by this spot after a friend recommended it, and I’m really glad I did. The soup was absolutely delicious — I meant to take a picture but ended up finishing it before I even realized. That should tell you enough! The hot dishes looked and smelled amazing, and you could tell everything was fresh and homemade. Their baked trays and ayran selection were also a nice touch — very authentic Turkish vibes. The restaurant itself was super clean and well-kept, with a comfortable and modern interior. Definitely a hidden gem if you’re craving solid Turkish home-style food. I’ll be back for sure!

A clean, cozy cafe with Turkish food, everything is ready, in cauldrons, fresh and very tasty, the price is very reasonable. The service is fast, polite. You can say that this is home-cooked food, it is so delicious. I recommend visiting

I absolutely love the food and service at Hitit Restaurant. Paterson NJ The dishes are always flavorful and fresh, and the staff is friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Whether I’m dining in or ordering takeout, the quality is consistently excellent. It’s a place I always look forward to visiting — highly recommended for anyone who enjoys delicious food and warm hospitality.

This place serves some of the best Turkish food I’ve had in the U.S. — everything tastes like a real homemade meal. It reminds me of a traditional Turkish ‘esnaf lokantası’ with its cozy vibe. The staff and the owner are incredibly friendly and welcoming. Definitely a hidden gem.

Most of the restaurants are offering kebabs etc and There are no much “home made” style food offered around. This new restaurant just surprised and amazed me with their delicious homemade food menu. I tasted different 4-5 menu includes soup and appetizers, and I loved them all. They have a very talented chef.

Lovely Turkish Spot. Every single dish, Authentic! Very nice owener and staffs are above and beyound!

I ordered Paça, and it was the best I’ve ever had in the USA! Every dish was absolutely amazing—I can’t believe how incredible the flavors were. Highly recommended!

The kelle paca, iskembe, chicken, and mushroom soups are incredibly flavorful and authentic – the kind of comfort food that’s hard to find. They recently started serving real beef doner – not ground meat, but proper sliced beef – and it’s one of the best around. And if you’re a dessert lover, their sutlac (rice pudding) is simply unbeatable. You won’t find a better one anywhere in the U.S.

WOW! I stumbled across a hidden gem in downtown Paterson, New Jersey. I had planned on going to the Banana King a few miles away, but they closed before midnight so I traveled to Mr. Waffles and discovered this little authentic Turkish restaurant next door which is open 24 hours a day. You can tell that the chef behind the counter in the kitchen pours his heart and soul into the food which he makes. They have a wide variety of Turkish delights including some beef stew which I cannot pronounce, beef and tomato entree, the lentil soup which I had a bowl of and so much more which I must try in the future. Everything is authentic Turkish style down to the Bal Kupü sugar cubes in a small bowl on the tables. I will be making this one of my favorite restaurants whenever I am in Paterson.

Neighborhoods in Turkey have their local restaurants serving simple everyday food. These restaurants are called Lokantas (similar to Italian Locandas). Turkish Lokantas are mainly about humble home style comfort food. There are 20 plus dishes (Stews, Soups, Stuffed Vegetables, Fried Eggplants, Meatballs, Deserts etc) displayed on individual trays on a steam table. There is no printed menu as such, what is available is on display. What is offered is mostly seasonal (changes daily) and caters to the local palate. You just point, and a portion is dished out and served to you. Two Lokantas in Istanbul area that I like are Ciya Sofrasi and Karakoy Lokantasi New York - New Jersey has a lot of amazing Turkish Restaurants. You have plenty of options for Kababs, and Pide (aka Pizza). But rarely will you find a restaurant offering home style food. Lots of fancy Turkish Restaurant but sadly hardly any Lokantas. Toros has a location which offers Lokantas food. It was probably the only place that offered Lokantas food till Hitit Lokantasi (967 Maun St Paterson NJ) opened up. Hitit does not have the vast display of 20 plus dishes (it has more than plenty of options plus Doner Kabab & Pide too). Now, you don't have to go to Turkey for the Lokantas food anymore, Hitit serves the real deal right here (open 24 hrs ). After a long day at work, after a day when the mind and body seeks nourishment and rest, on auto pilot, I end up at Hitit and point to White Beans and Buttered Rice. In Turkey it is called Kuru Fasulye, I just point and get a portion. I don't think there is a dish more simple than White Beans Stew with Rice. I don't think there is a dish more comforting than Kuru Fasulye. I did not add any photos. I don't think photos will do justice. You need to try Lokantas food.

They didn't offer a menu initially. When I asked for one, they brought it out but mentioned it wasn't accurate. The menu also had no prices listed. The food tasted okay, but the meal was expensive. Additionally, there was no high chair available for kids.

Authentic as it gets! Extremely nice owners and staff! Very clean inside and out. Will definitely bring my friends and family here moving forward. You can taste the quality from the first bite.